Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers

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1 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers FDR ! Read the Operator s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. Copyright 2013 Printed 4/08/ M Operator s Manual

2 Important Safety Information Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Safety Labels Introduction Application Using This Manual Terminology Definitions Owner Assistance Serial Number Further Assistance Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Requirements Dealer Preparations Vented Dipstick Installation Pre-Assembly Checklist Upper Hitch Arms Gauge Wheels Tractor Hook-Up Driveline Installation Check Collapsible Length Check Maximum Allowable Length Section 2: Accessories & Set-up Accessory Equipment Anti-Scalping Front Roller Cutting Blades Low Lift Blades Medium Lift Blades (Factory Standard) High Lift Blades Mulching Blades Accessory Part Numbers Section 3: Operating Instructions Operating Check Tractor Shut Down Procedure Pre-Start Checklist Inspection Procedures Transporting Mowing Instructions Un-hooking the Mower General Operating Instructions Section 4: Adjustments Leveling the Mower Cutting Height Adjustment Point Hitch Adjustments Belt Tension Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Service Mowing Blades Blade Inspection Blade Removal And Installation Blade Sharpening or Replacement V-Belt Installation Storage Instructions Lubrication Driveline Shaft U-Joints Inner Tube Bearings Driveline Profiles Gearbox Wheel Support Bushings & Wheel Bearings Bearing in Blade Spindle Hubs Section 6: Specifications & Capacities Section 7: Features and Benefits Section 8: Troubleshooting Section 9: Torque Values Chart Section 10: Warranty Copyright 2013 All rights Reserved Land Pride provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future. Land Pride is a registered trademark. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Printed in the United States of America. FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

3 Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation. Refer to the Safety Label section, read all instructions noted on them. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and comprehended this manual and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of the equipment.! Look For The Safety Alert Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that follows it. In addition to design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit. Operate implement from the driver s seat only. Make sure all guards and shields are in place and secured before operating implement. Do not leave tractor or implement unattended with engine running. Dismounting from a moving tractor could cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to stand between the tractor and implement while backing up to the implement. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-driven parts. Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts. Watch out for wires, trees, etc., when raising implement. Make sure all persons are clear of working area. Turning tractor too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels. This could result in injury or equipment damage. Do not carry passengers on implement at any time. Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or level of hazard seriousness. The signal words are:! DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations, typically for machine components that, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded. For Your Protection Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section, read all instructions noted on them.! WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.! CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Shutdown and Storage Lower machine to ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove the key. Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play. Secure implement by using blocks and supports. OFF REMOVE Parts Manual QR Locator The QR (Quick Reference) code on the front cover and to the left will take you to the Parts Manual for this equipment. Download the appropriate App on your smart phone, open the App, point your phone on the QR code and take a picture. Dealer QR Locator The QR code on the left will link you to available dealers for Land Pride products. Refer to Parts Manual QR Locator on this page for detailed instructions. 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 1

4 Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Use Safety Lights and Devices Slow moving tractors, selfpropelled equipment, and towed implements can create a hazard when driven on public roads. They are difficult to see, especially at night. Flashing warning lights and turn signals are recommended whenever driving on public roads. Transport Machinery Safely Comply with state and local laws. Maximum transport speed for implement is 20 mph. DO NOT EXCEED. Never travel at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping. Some rough terrain require a slower speed. Sudden braking can cause a towed load to swerve and upset. Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes. Use the following maximum speed - tow load weight ratios as a guideline: 20 mph when weight is less than or equal to the weight of tractor. 10 mph when weight is double the weight of tractor. IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load that is more than double the weight of tractor. Use A Safety Chain A safety chain will help control drawn machinery should it separate from the tractor drawbar. Use a chain with the strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the towed machinery. Attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location. Allow only enough slack in the chain to permit turning. Do not use safety chain for towing. Practice Safe Maintenance Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment, refer to Operator s Manual for additional information. Work in a clean dry area. Lower the implement to the ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance. Allow implement to cool completely. Do not grease or oil implement while it is in operation. Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition & installed properly. Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris. Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation. 2 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

5 Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. 911 Wear Protective Equipment Wear protective clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose fitting clothing. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss. Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs. Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery. Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or performing work on the system. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before applying pressure to the system. Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result. Keep Riders Off Machinery Riders obstruct the operator s view, they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine. Never allow children to operate equipment. Tire Safety Tire changing can be dangerous and should be preformed by trained personnel using the correct tools and equipment. When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel handling equipment adequate for the weight involved. Handle Chemicals Properly Protective clothing should be worn. Handle all chemicals with care. Follow instructions on container label. Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil, and property. Inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire is a serious health hazard. Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by the chemical manufacturer. 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 3

6 Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your Grooming Mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their directions. 1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our dealer locator at landpride.com. 3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request. 4. Refer to this section for proper label placement. To install new labels: a. Clean the area the label is to be placed. b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to be placed. c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface. d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card C Caution C Amber Reflector C Red Reflector 4 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

7 Important Safety Information C Caution: V-Belt C Danger: Rotating Driveline C Danger: Rotating Blade C Danger: Thrown Object 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 5

8 Important Safety Information C Warning: General Safety C Danger: Guard Missing ROTATING DRIVELINE KEEP AWAY! C Danger: Rotating Driveline C Danger: Guard Missing 6 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

9 Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This Grooming Mower has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. Application The Land Pride FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers are designed and built to provide high productivity and excellent cutting quality on wellmaintained lawn and turf surfaces. These mowers are adapted for category 1 attachment and operation on hp utility tractors. The 90" rear discharge cutting decks and highly durable construction makes it well suited to meet the mowing needs of large estate owners, golf courses, theme parks, municipalities, ranchers, horse breeders, and commercial mowing and landscape operations. The rear discharge cutting deck will provide a superb quality of cut and superior clipping distribution when grass is cut on a frequent basis and ground conditions are not wet. See Specifications & Capacities on page 23 and Features & Benefits on page 25 for additional information and performance enhancing options. Using This Manual This Operator s Manual is designed to help familiarize you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation. The information contained within this manual was current at the time of printing. Some parts may change slightly to assure you of the best performance. To order a new Operator s or Parts Manual contact your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at Terminology Right or Left as used in this manual is determined by facing the direction the machine will operate while in use unless otherwise stated. Definitions IMPORTANT: A special point of information related to the following topic. Land Pride s intention is this information must be read & noted before continuing. NOTE: A special point of information that the operator should be aware of before continuing. Owner Assistance The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service. If customer service or repair parts are required contact a Land Pride dealer. A dealer has trained personnel, repair parts and equipment needed to service the Grooming Mower. The parts on your Grooming Mower have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts. Therefore, should your Grooming Mower require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer. Serial Number Model No. Serial No. For quick reference and prompt service, record model number and serial number in the spaces provided above and again on warranty page 29. Always provide model number and serial number when ordering parts and in all correspondences with your Land Pride dealer. Refer to Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate. Serial Number Plate Location Figure 1 Further Assistance Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new Grooming Mower. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, the following actions are suggested: 1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager making sure he is aware of any problems you may have and that he has had the opportunity to assist you. 2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership, explain the problem and request assistance. 3. For further assistance write to: Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Ks address lpservicedept@landpride.com /08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 7

10 Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Requirements Tractor horsepower rating should be between 25 and 60 horsepower. Tractors outside this horsepower range must not be used. The rear power take-off (PTO) speed must be capable 540 RPM and have a 1 3/8-6 spline. A 3-Point Category I hitch is required. The lower 3-Point arms must be stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement. Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose. NOTE: The tractor may need additional ballast to maintain steering control. See tractor s Operator s Manual to determine if additional ballast is required. The tractor MUST be equipped with protective equipment designed to shield the operator from thrown objects and from tractor roll over. An enclosed tractor cab with a Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) may qualify. See tractor s manual for type of protection your tractor has. Dealer Preparations This Grooming Mower has been partially assembled at the factory. Some assembly and preparation are still required before the mower is ready for operation and can be attached to the customer tractor. Make sure that the intended tractor conforms to the Tractor Requirements stated above. Also, read and understand the Operator s Manual for the Grooming Mower. An understanding of how it works will aid in its assembly and setup. Go through the Pre-Assembly Checklist before assembling the mower. To speed up your assembly task and make the job safer, have all needed parts and equipment readily at hand. Pre-Assembly Checklist Check Reference Make sure miscellaneous assembly tools are on hand: Hammer, tape measure, hacksaw, assortment of wrenches & sockets, 3/8" drill, drill bits and spirit level. Have a forklift or hoist with properly sized chains and safety stands on hand capable of lifting 2500 lbs. Have a minimum of two people available during assembly. Check to see if auxiliary tractor weights are needed. See Specifications on page 23 for mower weight. Make sure all major components and loose parts are shipped with the machine. Double check to make sure all fasteners & pins are installed in the correct location. Refer to the Parts Manual if unsure. NOTE: All assembled hardware from the factory has been installed in the correct location. Remember location of a part or fastener if removed. Keep parts separated. Make sure working parts move freely, bolts are tight & cotter pins are spread. Make sure all grease fittings are in place and lubricated. Make sure all safety labels are correctly located and legible. Replace if damaged. Make sure all red and amber reflectors are correctly located and visible when machine is in transport position. Operator s Manual Operator s Manual & Parts Manual Operator s Manual Section 4 Page 21 Important Safety Information Page 4 Vented Dipstick Installation Refer to Figure 1-1: IMPORTANT: This mower is shipped with a gas plug in the gear box to prevent loss of oil during shipping and handling. This plug must be replaced with a vented dipstick before operating the mower. A vented dipstick for the gearbox is included in a bag with the manual. See your nearest Land Pride Dealer if dipstick is missing. Remove temporary gas plug from top of splitter gearbox and replace with supplied dipstick. Remove Gas Plug Install Vented Dipstick Installation of Vented Dipstick Figure 1-1 Oil Level Plug DO NOT OVERFILL! FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

11 Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Upper Hitch Arms Refer to Figure 1-2: 1. Remove upper pivoting hitch subassembly (#3), upper hitch bars (#1) and upper hitch braces (#2) from storage position on top of mower deck. 2. Bolt upper hitch braces (#2) inside of mounting tabs at the back of the deck using 5/8"-18 x 1 1/2 GR5 bolts (#4), lock washers (#5), and hex nuts (#6). 3. Mount upper hitch bars (#1), to the inside of the front hitch plates using 5/8"-18 x 1 3/4" GR5 bolts (#7), lock washers (#5) and hex nuts (#6). 4. Remove bolt (#8), lock washer (#10), and hex nut (#11) from upper pivoting hitch subassembly. 5. Swing upper hitch bars (#1) up to a vertical position and upper hitch braces (#2) up inside the upper hitch bars until their holes align as shown. 6. Assemble upper pivoting hitch (#3), top hitch spacer (#9), 5/8" x 5" long bolt (#8), lock washer (#10), and hex nut (#11) as shown. 7. Tighten all installed 5/8 nuts to proper torque. See Torque Values Chart on page 27. Gauge Wheels Refer to Figure 1-2: 1. Remove 1/2-13 x 1 1/4 GR5 bolts (#16) securing gauge wheel arms (#12) and turn gauge wheel arms 180 degrees as shown. Replace bolts and retighten to proper torque per Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes on page Provided for each gauge wheel (#13) are two 1/4 spacers, two 1/2 spacers and two 1 spacers. Place an equal number and size of spacers (#14) on all four gauge wheels (#13) at the desired cutting height. 3. Insert gauge wheels in gauge wheel arms (#12). Install remaining spacers on the gauge wheels. 4. Secure gauge wheels with linchpins (#15) Upper Hitch Arms Assembly Figure 1-2 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 9

12 Section 1: Assembly and Set-up Tractor Hook-Up! DANGER A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment to a tractor. Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and implement while backing-up to implement. Do not operate hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly behind the tractor or near the implement. The lower 3-Point arms of the 3-Point hitch must be stabilized to prevent side-to-side movement. Most tractors have sway blocks or adjustable chains for this purpose. 1. Be certain tractor draw bar will not interfere. Move draw bar ahead or remove if required. Draw bar should also be checked for clearance when unit is being lowered for the first time. 2. Align lower link arms of tractor with hitch clevises on mower. Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivels and secure with linchpins. 3. Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch on mower with supplied pin. Secure with hairpin cotter. Refer to Figure 1-3: 4. To allow mower flotation, adjust tractor top link in or out to place upper hitch pin vertically above the lower hitch pins as shown. Tractor Hook-Up Figure 1-3 Upper Floating Hitch Lower Hitch Clevis Gauge Wheel Driveline Installation! DANGER Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking driveline or stand near a rotating driveline. A person s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the driveline resulting in serious injury or death.! CAUTION Do not use a PTO adaptor with a quick hitch. A PTO adapter will increase strain on the tractor s PTO shaft resulting in possible damage to the shaft and driveline. An additional driveline may be required if Grooming Mower is attached to more than one tractor IMPORTANT: The driveline must be lubricated before putting it into service. Refer to Lubrication on page 21. IMPORTANT: Some tractors are equipped with multi-speed PTO ranges. Be certain your tractor s PTO is set for 540 rpm. IMPORTANT: Avoid premature driveline breakdown. A driveline that is operating must not exceed an angle of 25 degrees up or down while operating 3-point lift. See Figure 1-4 below. If needed, set tractor 3-point hitch lift height so that the driveline does not exceed 25 o up. Maximum PTO driveline Movement During Operation Figure 1-4 Check Collapsible Length Refer to Figure 1-5 on page 11: IMPORTANT: A driveline that is too long will bottom out causing structural damage to the tractor and mower. Always check driveline collapsible length during initial setup, when connecting to a different tractor and when alternating between a quick hitch and a standard 3-point hitch. More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications. Be sure to align gearbox input shaft level with tractor PTO shaft before checking driveline length. 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Slowly engage tractor 3-point lift lever to raise mower until gearbox shaft is in line (level) with tractor PTO shaft. 2. Support mower deck at this height with support jacks or blocks to keep mower from drifting down. 3. Place gear selector in park, set park brake, shut tractor off and remove switch key. 4. Slide inner driveline universal joint with long cone shield over mower gearbox shaft. Secure driveline with yoke locking device. 5. Slide outer driveline universal joint with short cone shield over tractor PTO shaft. Secure driveline with yoke locking device. 10 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

13 Section 1: Assembly and Set-up The driveline maximum length must, when fully extended, have a minimum overlap of the profile tubes by not less than 1/3 the free length with both inner and outer profile tubes being of equal length. 1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the inside of the outer shaft and reassemble the driveline. 2. Assemble driveline profiles together with just 1/3 overlapping of profile tubes as shown in Figure 1-6. Measure and record this overall length for checking maximum allowable length in step 9 below Check Collapsible Length Figure Skip to Check Maximum Allowable Length below if driveline fits between tractor and implement. 7. Shorten driveline if it does not properly fit between tractor and mower: a. Un-hook driveline from tractor PTO shaft and gearbox shaft. b. Raise 3-point arms until mower gearbox shaft and tractor PTO shaft are approximately level with each other. c. Support mower deck at this height with support jacks or support blocks to keep PTO and gearbox shafts level while shorting the driveline. d. Place gear selector in park, set park brake, shut tractor off and remove switch key. e. Pull driveline apart as shown in Figure 1-5. Attach outer driveline universal joint to tractor PTO shaft and inner driveline universal joint to mower gearbox shaft. Pull on each driveline section to be sure universal joints are properly secured. f. Hold driveline sections parallel to each other. The inner and outer shields on each section should end approximately 1" short of reaching universal joint shield on the adjacent section (see B dimensions). g. If driveline sections are too long, measure 1" ( B dimension) back from universal joint shield and make a mark at this location on the inner and outer driveline shields. h. Cut-off inner driveline shield at measured mark ( X dimension). Cut same amount off inner driveline profile ( X1 dimension). i. Repeat cut-off procedure ( Y & Y1 dimensions) on the outer driveline section. j. Remove all burrs and cuttings. Check Maximum Allowable Length Refer to Figure 1-6: Make sure driveline collapsible length is checked first. See Check Collapsible Length on page 10. Outer Shielding has been removed for clarity. Check Maximum Allowable Length Figure Attach inner driveline yoke to mower gearbox shaft. Attach outer driveline yoke to the tractor's PTO shaft. 4. Move yoke ends of driveline back and forth to insure they are secured to the tractor and mower shafts. Reattach any end that is loose. IMPORTANT: Small chains are supplied with the driveline. They must be attached to the inner and outer driveline shields and to the Grooming Mower and tractor to restrict shield rotation Hook driveline safety chain on the tractor end of driveline to the tractor. Re-latch safety chain to the driveline shield. 6. Hook driveline safety chain on the mower end of driveline to the mower frame. Re-latch safety chain to the driveline shield. 7. Start tractor and raise Grooming Mower just enough to remove blocks. 8. Slowly engage tractor hydraulic 3-point control lever to lower Grooming Mower. Check for sufficient drawbar clearance. Move drawbar ahead, aside or remove if required. 9. Raise and lower implement to find maximum extended driveline length. Check to make certain that the driveline overall length does not exceed the maximum recorded length in step 2 above. 10. If needed, set tractor 3-point lift height to keep driveline from exceeding maximum allowable length. 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 11

14 Section 2: Accessories & Set-up Section 2: Accessories & Set-up Accessory Equipment Anti-Scalping Front Roller Refer to Figure 2-1: 1. Insert 4 x 10 roller wheel (#5) and spacer tubes (#4) between mounting bracket flanges as shown. 2. Install front roller shaft (#2) through bracket flanges, spacers and roller. 3. Secure roller shaft with 3/8-16 x 1 GR5 hex head cap screw (#1) and lock nut (#3). Tighten lock nut to proper torque. See Torque Values Chart on page Front Roller Assembly Figure 2-1 Cutting Blades There are four blade choices to select from depending on soil condition, density of grass, and tractor horsepower. The appearance of the finish cut may vary between low lift and high lift blades. See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability. Low Lift Blades Land Pride s low lift blades are designed for mowing over sandy soil terrain where high suction lift is not crucial. Sand sucked into the blades accelerates blade wear. Low lift blades are recommended because they produce a lower suction keeping sand uplift and blade wear to a minimum. Medium Lift Blades (Factory Standard) Land Pride s medium lift blades are great when horsepower is a concern. They produce a medium suction to lift grass and require less horsepower than high lift blades. High Lift Blades Land Pride s high lift blades develop the greatest suction for lifting grass before cutting for that fresh clean cut look. However, they may require more horsepower especially when cutting tall dense grass. They are not recommended for sandy soil conditions. Mulching Blades Land Pride s mulching blades are designed to chop leaves and/or grass into smaller parts leaving your lawn looking fresher and cleaner than ever before. Accessory Part Numbers Land Pride All-Flex Mower Accessories Part No. Part Description Front Roller A FDR3590 Front Roller Low Lift Blades (3 blades needed) A Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD LL CW Medium Lift Blades (3 blades needed) C Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD ML CW High Lift Blades (3 blades needed) C Mower Blade 5/16 x 31 17/32 SD HL CW Mulching Blades (3 blades needed) C Mower Blade 1/46 x 31 17/32 SD CW See your Land Pride dealer for blade availability. 12 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

15 Section 3: Operating Instructions Section 3: Operating Instructions Operating Check Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the Grooming Mower. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that no one operates the mower without first having read, fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator s Manual. Make sure the operator has paid particular attention to: Important Safety Information, page 1 Section 1: Assembly and Set-up, page 8 Section 2: Accessories & Set-up, page 12 Section 3: Operating Instructions, page 13 Section 4: Adjustments, page 16 Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication, page 18 Tractor Shut Down Procedure It is essential that the tractor be shut down as noted below before making any inspections, maintenance and/or repairs to the tractor and/or mower. 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Don t work under or around an implement parked on a steep incline. 2. Disengage PTO if operating. 3. Place tractor in park and set park brake, shut tractor off and remove switch key. Wait for PTO to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor. 4. Wear safety glasses to make inspections and perform maintenance. Pre-Start Checklist Make sure operator has completed the Operating Checklist below. Operating Checklist Check Page No. Read and follow all Safety Information carefully. Refer to Important Safety Information. Read and follow hook-up & preparation instructions. Refer to Assembly & Set-up. Make sure all guards and shields are in place and in good working condition. Make all necessary adjustments. Refer to section on Adjustments. Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions. Refer to Maintenance & Lubrication. Page 1 Page 8 Page 16 Page 18 Lubricate mower as required. Refer to Lubrication. Page 21 Check oil level in gearbox. Make certain all oil plugs are properly replaced. Refer to Gearbox. Check mower initially and periodically for loose bolts and pins. Be sure all nuts and bolts are tight. Especially make sure mower blade bolts are tight. Refer to Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes. Page 22 Page 27 Inspection Procedures! DANGER Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking the driveline or stand near a rotating driveline. A person s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the driveline resulting in serious injury or death.! CAUTION Always disengage PTO, engage parking brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key and wait for blades to come a complete stop before dismounting from tractor. 1. Park tractor and mower on a level surface. 2. Make sure tractor PTO is disengaged and mower blades have come to a complete stop. 3. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in good working condition. 4. Carefully raise and lower implement to ensure drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the tractor do not contact the mower or driveline. 5. With PTO disengaged and driveline completely stopped, check mower blades for sharpness. See Service Mowing Blades on page 18. The remaining inspections are made by engaging the PTO to check for normal operation.! CAUTION Tractor PTO shield and all Grooming Mower guards must be in place at all times during operation! IMPORTANT: Stop PTO immediately if vibration continues after a few revolutions during start-up and anytime it occurs thereafter. Wait for PTO to come to a complete stop before dismounting from tractor to check for probable causes. Make necessary repairs and adjustments before continuing on. IMPORTANT: Do not exceed the mower s rated PTO speed. Excessive engine speed will damage the power train components. 6. Start tractor, set throttle to an idle or slightly above idle and slowly engage PTO. Initial start-up vibration is normal and should stop after a few revolutions. Stop PTO rotation immediately if vibration continues. 7. Once mower is running smoothly, increase tractor PTO speed to the appropriate rpm. Stop PTO rotation immediately if vibration occurs. 8. Investigate the cause of vibration. Make necessary corrections before continuing. 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 13

16 Section 3: Operating Instructions Transporting! CAUTION When traveling on public roads, whether at night or during the day, use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles. Comply with all Federal, State, and local laws. NOTE: Always disengage PTO before raising mower to transport position. 1. When raising mower to transport position, be sure driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust and set tractor s 3-point hitch lift height so that the PTO shaft does not contact mower deck in the fully raised position. 2. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when turning and leave enough clearance so the mower does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees or fences. 3. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from one area to another. 4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely. A slow moving vehicle sign should always be properly displayed when traveling on public roads or right-of ways. 5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough or hilly terrain. Mowing Instructions! DANGER Gearbox and driveline shields must be secured in place when operating the mower to avoid injury or death from entanglement in rotating drivelines.! DANGER Do not engage tractor PTO while hooking-up and unhooking the driveline or while someone is standing near the driveline. A person s body and/or clothing can become entangled in the driveline resulting in serious injury or death.! DANGER Do not operate a broken or bent driveline. Such a driveline can brake apart while rotating at high speeds causing serious injury or death. Always remove Grooming Mower from service until damaged driveline is repaired or replaced.! DANGER Do not operate and/or travel across steep inclines where a tractor can roll-over resulting in serious injury or death. Consult your tractor s manual for acceptable inclines the tractor is capable of traveling across.! DANGER Never carry a person on the mower. A rider can fall and be ran over by the mower or tractor causing serious injury or death.! DANGER Do not use mower to lift or carry objects. Lifting and/or carrying objects can result in damage to the mower, serious bodily injury or death.! DANGER Never operate the mower in the raised position. The mower can discharge object at high speeds resulting in injury or death.! DANGER Do not use deck as a working platform. The deck is not properly designed or guarded for this use. Using deck as a working platform can cause serious injury or death.! DANGER Do not use deck as a fan. Cutting blades are not properly designed or guarded for this use. Using the deck as a fan can result in injury or death.! WARNING Always disengage PTO, engage parking brake, shut tractor engine off, remove switch key and wait for blades to come a complete stop before dismounting from tractor.! CAUTION Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. This mower is designed to be used only with a tractor having a 540 RPM rear PTO. 1. Clear the area to be mowed of rocks, branches and other foreign objects that might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades. Mark any potential hazards that can t be cleared. IMPORTANT: Do not exceed rated PTO speed of mower. Excessive engine speed will cause damage to the power train components. IMPORTANT: Stop PTO rotation immediately if vibration occurs during operation. Wait for mower to come to a complete stop. Follow all tractor shut down procedures before dismounting from the tractor to check for probable causes. 2. Lower mower to ground. Set tractor throttle at idle. Engage PTO to start blades rotating. 14 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

17 Section 3: Operating Instructions 3. At first, begin mowing in a low gear and shift up until the desired speed is achieved - always maintain 540 PTO rpm regardless of gear selection. Mower blades will cut better at a faster blade speed than at reduced throttle. 4. After mowing the first 50 feet, stop and check to see that the mower is adjusted properly. 5. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while mower is on the ground. 6. Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised position. Do not engage or disengage PTO at full throttle. 7. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower. 8. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster. 9. If mowing extremely tall grass, it is best to raise cutting height and mow the area, then lower cutting height and mow a second time at the desired height. 10. Periodically check for foreign objects wrapped around the mower blades. Remove foreign objects only after following Tractor Shut Down Procedure on page Frequently inspect the mower for loose bolts and nuts. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts as indicated in the Torque Values Chart page 27. Un-hooking the Mower The following steps should be done when un-hooking the Grooming Mower from the tractor. 1. Park on a level solid surface. 2. Shut tractor engine off and engage parking brake. 3. Lower deck to level ground or onto blocks supporting the deck just above ground level. 4. Follow all tractor shut down procedures outlined on page 13 before dismounting from the tractor. 5. Unhitch Grooming Mower from tractor. 6. See Storage Instructions on page 20 if mower is not going to be used for a long time. General Operating Instructions By now you should have thoroughly read your FDR Grooming Mower Operator s Manual, properly attached your Land Pride FDR3590 to your tractor, and reviewed the operating checklist. You should have also inspected the area where you intend to mow and cleared it of safety hazards and foreign objects. If you have not yet completed all of these functions, it is an absolute must that you do so now before proceeding. Now that you are properly briefed and prepared, its time to start the tractor and move to your starting point. When transporting to your mowing site, select a safe ground transport speed. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a manner that faster moving vehicles can easily see you and pass you safely. When travelling over rough and hilly terrain, reduce your speed and avoid quick or sharp steering corrections. Take extra care to insure that the mower doesn t come into contact with obstacles such as trees, buildings or fences. When you have arrived at the mowing site, start the tractor, raise the deck to make sure that everything is properly attached and that the driveline is not in a bind or in contact with the mounting frame. Also make sure the tractor tires aren t in contact with the deck. With the deck still in the raised position, proceed to your starting point and lower your deck to the ground in mowing position. Reduce your tractor engine rpm to idle and engage PTO. Gradually raise tractor engine rpm to achieve the 540-rpm PTO speed. Now begin mowing at a ground speed of approximately 4-5 mph. The proper mowing speed will ultimately be determined by ground conditions, desired finish, common sense, and good safe mowing practices by the operator. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing in wet grass can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster. When mowing in tall grass it is best to raise the cutting height, mow the area, then lower the cutting height, and mow a second time. After mowing approximately 50 ft., stop the tractor, disengage the PTO, set the brake, turn off the engine, remove the key, and dismount the tractor to see if the mower is adjusted properly. If you need to dismount the tractor on a hill or incline to inspect, adjust, or park the mower for any reason, place wheel chocks under the rear tires for added safety. Once you have made necessary adjustments, you may continue mowing. Do not engage the PTO at high engine rpm and avoid making sharp turns if at all possible. If some one approaches while you are mowing, disengage the PTO and stop the tractor. With a little practice and experience you will become very good at operating your Land Pride FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mower. Always remember that there is no substitute for proper maintenance and good safe operating practices. See Specifications & Capacities on page 23 and Features & Benefits on page 25 for additional information and performance enhancing options. 4/08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 15

18 Section 4: Adjustments Section 4: Adjustments Leveling the Mower NOTE: Tractor & mower should be on level ground. 1. Set lower hitches and upper floating hitch, as shown below in Figure Start tractor and raise mower while watching tractor draw bar (if not removed) to make sure it does not interfere with driveline and mower. 3. Slowly lower mower until gauge wheels touch the ground and the lower mower 3-point hitch bars are parallel to the ground in floating position. Set tractor 3-point stop. 4. Set park brake, turn off tractor and remove key. 5. Rotate blades parallel to direction of travel as shown in Figure 4-2 below. 6. Measure clearance from the blade cutting edge to the ground at the front and rear of the mower. These two measurements should be equal or the blade at the front should not be more than 1/2" lower than the blade at the rear. The rear blade should not be lower than the front blade. Upper Floating Hitch Linchpin Gauge Wheel Spacers Lower Hitches Spindle Tube Cutting Height Adjustment Refer to Figure 4-1:! CAUTION Engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key and disengage PTO before making any height adjustments! 1. Using the tractor, raise mower off the ground and support under it with secure blocking to keep the mower from drifting down during maintenance. 2. Holding wheel and yoke assembly up, remove quick-lock pin from top of gauge wheel spindle. 3. Position 1 spacers, 1/2 spacer and 1/4 spacers as required. All spacers on top of spindle tube allows for approximately 3/4" cutting height. Adjustments range from 3/4" to a maximum of 3-1/4" in 1/4" increments. For a guide on measuring cutting height refer to Cutting Height Chart below. Cutting Height Chart A B 5 5/8" 3/4" 6 1/8" 1 1/4" 7 1/8" 2 1/4" 8 1/8" 3 1/4" 9 1/8" 4 1/4" 10 1/8" 5 1/4" Gauge Wheel 3-Point Hitch Figure Point Hitch Adjustments Refer to Figure 4-1: The 3-point hitch system on this mower has been designed for front to back flotation when mowing on uneven terrain. Adjust tractor s top link to place the upper hitch pin vertically above the lower hitch pins as shown Cutting Height Figure FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

19 Section 4: Adjustments Belt Tension Refer to Figure 4-3:! WARNING Excessive tension on the belt may shorten the useful life of belt and drive components. Excessive tension on the belt may also lead to a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders.! CAUTION Belt drive system under spring tension; use care to avoid bodily harm! 1. To check tension, apply force at arrow A with a tension tester and deflect belt 1/4". The force required to get this deflection should range from 7to10lbs. 2. To adjust belt tension, adjust eyebolt (#1), as necessary. This adjustment will increase or decrease tension on spring (#2). 3. Excessive tension on the belt may lead to premature failure of belt and drive components. Excessive belt tension may also be a safety hazard to the operator or bystanders. Not enough tension on the belt may lead to premature failure of the belt due to excessive slipping. Belt Tension Figure /08/13 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 17

20 Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the long life of any implement. With careful and systematic inspection, you can avoid costly maintenance, time and repair.! CAUTION For safety reasons, each maintenance operation must be performed with tractor s PTO disengaged, mower lowered completely to the ground or on safely supported blocking, tractor in park or park brakes set, tractor engine shut off and key removed. Check all hardware for tightness and drive belt tension before using the mower. Refer to Belt Tension in the Adjustment section on page 17. After using the mower for several hours, recheck all bolts to be sure they are tight and drive belt tension. Lubricate items as listed under Lubrication, this section, starting on page 21. Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land Pride Dealer. Information about labels is located under Safety Labels in the Important Safety Information section starting on page 1. Service Mowing Blades Blade Inspection Refer to Figure 5-1: Check blades for wear. Blade performance will be reduced as blades wear and are resharpened. Check blades to see if they are bent, deformed or split. DO NOT attempt to straighten or weld blades for reuse. They should be removed and discarded.! DANGER Bent, Deformed or Split Blades should be removed from unit and discarded. Never weld a broken or cracked blade. DO NOT attempt to straighten to reuse such blades. ALWAYS replace with a new Land Pride blade to assure safety.! WARNING DO NOT attempt to modify blade, such as hard surfacing, heat or cold treating or by any other method. Inspection of Blades & Sharpening Figure FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 4/08/13

21 Section 5: Maintenance and Lubrication Blade Removal And Installation! CAUTION Depending on blade rotation, bolts attaching mower blades to their respective spindles may be either left hand or right hand. Prevent spindle and/or bolt damage by knowing which hand the threads are before removing and/or tightening any blade mounting bolts. Refer to Figure 5-2 & Figure 5-2: 1. Verify blade rotation and bolt thread type (right hand or left hand) before loosening center blade bolts and removing blade to be sharpened or replaced. The FDR3590 is equipped with right hand threaded center blade bolts. 4. Reinstall blade, blade washer and bolt. Care should be taken when installing the blade bolt to not get it cross threaded and to know if the bolt is right hand or left hand. Do not exceed 55 ft.-lbs. of torque on bolt. 5. Reinstall the two outside bolts. Tighten to correct torque listed in the Torque Values Chart in the Appendix section on page 27. IMPORTANT: Center blade bolts have right hand threads Blade & Blade Bar Removal Figure 5-3 Blade Sharpening or Replacement! CAUTION ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a blade. IMPORTANT: Replace with Land Pride blades only. Blades Rotation: CW / Center Blade Bolt: R.H Threads Blade Placement Figure 5-2 Refer to Figure 5-3: 2. Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag or thick padded glove while loosening the blade mounting bolt. 3. Remove center blade bolt (#4) and two outside blade bar bolts from the bottom of the blade to be replaced. IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Pride blades only. 1. If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be replaced or sharpened. Remove blades by grasping the end of blade using a rag or a thick, padded glove, while loosening and removing the blade mounting bolt/bolts. Refer to Figure 5-4: NOTE: Care should be taken in order not to remove any more material than necessary to sharpen blade. 2. Clean blade, blade washer and mounting surface of all debris before replacing or sharpening. Grind cutting edge at the same bevel as the original. See Figure 5-4. Sharpen only the top of the cutting edge to maintain sharpness IMPORTANT: Always install blades with cutting edge facing direction of blade spindle rotation and with wing tips pointing up towards bottom of deck. IMPORTANT: See Figure 5-3. Loctite is not required if blade (#1) is removed without removing blade bar (#2). However, If blade bar (#2) is removed from spindle shaft (#3), then apply loctite 243 to spindle shaft threads and to center bolt threads (#4). 4/08/13 Blade Sharpening Figure 5-4 FDR3590 Rear Discharge Grooming Mowers M 19